Jackson Powell
Livermore,CA
Summary
Cyber Defense Operator with the United States Marine Corps, specializing in real-time threat detection, mitigation, and vulnerability assessment. Holds and maintains a Top Secret security clearance with experience operating in classified environments Proven expertise in packet analysis, network forensics, and tools like Wireshark and Splunk to identify and neutralize advanced threats. Recognized for strong analytical thinking, adaptability, and peer mentorship in high-stakes environments. Committed to strengthening cybersecurity posture through proactive defense strategies, threat intelligence integration, and continuous process improvement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Cyber Defense Operator
United States Marine Corps
12.2023 - Current
- Held and Maintained a Top Secret security clearance
- Maintained and operated classified systems and mission-essential cyber platforms in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and NIST standards.
- Executed real-time cyberspace defense operations by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating active threats using tools such as Wireshark and Splunk.
- Utilized SIGINT, packet analysis, and malware reverse engineering to attribute threats and develop mitigation strategies.
- Assisted in training new marines, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
Education
Joint Cyber Analysis Course
Pensacola, FLCyber Common Technical Core
Fort Eisenhower - Augusta, GASkills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Computer troubleshooting
- Software installation
- Vulnerability assessment
- Threat intelligence
- TCP and IP protocols
- Intrusion detection
- Wireshark usage
- Python programming
- Operating system security
- Packet analysis
Timeline
Cyber Defense Operator
United States Marine Corps
12.2023 - Current
Joint Cyber Analysis Course
Cyber Common Technical Core
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